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Post-Brexit devolution will divide London and Scotland

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They will discuss the UK government’s proposed EU Withdrawal Bill designed to repatriate EU law, which Jones called “a blatant power grab” by London.

Court ruling is key to Scottish independence hopes

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UNITED KINGDOM

The Scottish government will take a case to the UK Supreme Court this October to see whether the Scottish Parliament can introduce legislation to hold a referendum. If the court…

Albania would benefit by opposition return to politics

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ALBANIA

The outright majority won by the Socialist Party (PS) gives Prime Minister Edi Rama a third consecutive term in office. His run of victories is unprecedented in Albania’s…

Hungarian Fidesz illiberalism will defy EU criticism

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HUNGARY

The EP vote could in theory lead to sanctions under Article 7 of the EU Treaty (TEU). An 'illiberal state' has emerged in Hungary since 2010, profoundly and durably modifying the…

Ba is well-positioned for Senegal's presidential polls

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SENEGAL

This followed Sall’s July 3 announcement that he would not seek a controversial third term after months of ambiguity and increasing popular unrest.

Polls and by-elections will shape UK policy agenda

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UNITED KINGDOM

The election -- and how to salvage Conservative Party seats and maintain his own reputation -- will dominate policy considerations inside Sunak’s government for the rest of…

Labour may struggle to maximise potential in Scotland

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UNITED KINGDOM

The scandal has seen the party’s support drop by around 5 percentage points, opening the door for the Labour Party to gain more seats in Scotland ahead of the next UK general…

Violent protests may recur in Senegal

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SENEGAL

He was sentenced to two years' imprisonment. A violent response by the police and armed civilians, allegedly hired by ruling party elements, ensued. Amnesty International counted…

EU’s troubles will increase support for radical right

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EU

A combination of factors is driving the rise of the far right: perceptions that authoritarian-inclined elites are competent, the normalisation of authoritarian attitudes among the…

Scottish independence movement faces uncertain future

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UK

During her time in office, the SNP became Scotland's dominant political force and Sturgeon's approval ratings were among the highest of any politician. Her departure raises…